Calling All Singers and Actors! Auditions are Available for LAVC's Production of In the Heights

The LAVC Theater Arts Department will be holding auditions for its Fall 2014 production of In the Heights on Friday, September 5 from 6-9 p.m. and Saturday, September 6 from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Theater Arts Building, Room 102.In the Heights, a musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes, tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York's Washington Heights neighborhood—a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It's a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. In the Heights is the winner of the 2008 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Score, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations. For more information, visit the LAVC Theater Arts Department Web page.

Posted: 08/29/2014

September 2 & 4

Are you on Academic or Progress Probation? Don't Get Dismissed from School or Lose Your Priority Registration! Sign Up Today for the "Probation 2" Workshop

The LAVC Counseling Department and the LAVC Career/Transfer Center is offering "Probation 2" workshops for students on academic or progress probation to help them get back on track and into good academic standing. If you're on "probation 2", you may be in danger of losing priority registration and being dismissed from Los Angeles Valley College. Sign up for one of the following workshops: Tuesday, September 2 from 5-6:30 p.m., and Thursday, September 4 from 12-1:30 p.m. in the Counseling Department in the Student Services Annex. For more information, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 778-5576 or visit the LAVC Career/Transfer Center Web page.

Posted: 08/29/2014

September 2, 3 & 4

Want to Find Out How to Get Guaranteed Admission to a UC Campus? Sign Up Today for a UC Transfer Agreement Guarantee (TAG) Orientation!

The LAVC Counseling Department and the LAVC Career/Transfer Center is offering "Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG)" workshops to help students transfer to a UC campus. Seven University of California campuses have TAG Programs that offers guaranteed acceptance to qualified students who complete a core of courses at a California Community College. Students who are interested should attend one of the following TAG workshops: Tuesday, September 2 from 3-4:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 3 from 12-1:30 p.m., and Thursday, September 4 from 5-6:30 p.m. The TAG submission deadline is September 30, 2014. For more information, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 778-5576 or visit the LAVC Career/Transfer Center Web page.

Los Angeles Valley College will hold day and evening classes for the Fall 2014 semester starting Tuesday, September 2. Saturday classes will begin on September 6. The Fall Schedule and an updated list of open classes is available online at on the LAVC Schedules of Classes Web Page. The last day to add a class (by instructor add permit only) is September 12, 2014. For a complete list of academic dates and deadlines, visit the LAVC Calendar of Events.

Posted: 08/29/2014

September 1

Attention Students, Faculty & Staff! Campus Closed for the Labor Day HolidayLos Angeles Valley College will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. All college offices and services will be closed. The college will resume its normal hours of operation on Tuesday, September 2. For a complete list of campus holidays, visit the LAVC Calendar of Events.

Updated: 08/21/2014

August 28

LAVC to Hold Opening Day 2014 for Faculty is August 28

The Academic Senate and the LAVC Professional Development Office will sponsor its annual "Opening Day" event for faculty on Thursday, August 28. The event will start at 7:30 a.m. in Monarch Square at 7:30 a.m., which will be followed by a general session in Monarch Hall and a great line-up of workshops including campus tours. This annual event is mandatory for full-time classroom faculty. Adjuncts and non-classroom faculty are welcome to attend; RSVP to (818) 947-2712 or profdev@lavc.edu by Aug. 18. For more information, visit the LAVC Professional Development Web site.

Posted: 08/21/2014

August 25, 26, 27 & 28

LAVC Counseling Department to Hold UC Transfer Agreement Guarantee (TAG) Orientations for Students who Want Guaranteed Admission to a UC CampusThe LAVC Counseling Department and the LAVC Career/Transfer Center is offering "Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG)" workshops to help students transfer to a UC campus. Seven University of California campuses have TAG Programs that offers guaranteed acceptance to qualified students who complete a core of courses at a California Community College. Students who are interested should attend one of the following TAG workshops: Monday, August 25 from 12:30-2 p.m., Tuesday, August 26 from 9-10 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m., Wednesday, August 27 from 1-2 p.m. and 5:30-7 p.m., and Thursday, August 28 from 5:30-7 p.m.. The TAG submission deadline is September 30, 2014. For more information, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 778-5576 or visit the LAVC Career/Transfer Center Web page.

Posted: 08/21/2014

August 25, 26, 27 & 28

LAVC to Hold Probation 2 Workshops for Students on Probation to Help Students Get Back on TrackThe LAVC Counseling Department and the LAVC Career/Transfer Center is offering "Probation 2" workshops for students on academic or progress probation to help them get back on track and into good academic standing. Students on "probation 2" are in danger of losing priority registration and being dismissed from Los Angeles Valley College. Probation 2 workshops will be held on: Monday, August 25 from 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, August 26 from 5:30-7 p.m., Wednesday, August 27 from 12:30-2 p.m. and Thursday, August 28 from 12:30-2 p.m. in the Counseling Department in the Student Services Annex. For more information, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 778-5576 or visit the LAVC Career/Transfer Center Web page.

Posted: 08/21/2014

August 27

LAVC Invites New Students to Make the Most of Their College Experience at the LAVC Welcome Fair 2014 on August 27The LAVC Associated Student Union (ASU) and the LAVC Preparing All Students for Success Committee will sponsor the "LAVC Welcome Fair" for the Fall 2014 Semester on Wednesday, August 27 from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Student Services Plaza. This year, the "Choose Your Own Adventure!" theme will include an exciting information fair with school clubs, departments, and programs. There will be workshops including "How to Pay for College", "Transfer 101", "Introduction to the College Classroom", "Guarantee Your Priority Registration", "Student Leadership Panel", "How to Pick a Major", and "Career Technical Education (CTE) Program". For more information, visit the LAVC Welcome Fair Web page.

Updated: 08/21/2014

August 25-26

LAVC to Host a Summer Tech Fest for Faculty/Staff on August 25-26

The LAVC Professional Development Office will sponsor its annual "Summer Tech Fest" for faculty and staff on Monday, August 25 and Tuesday, August 26 from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in the Professional Development Center in LARC 200. There will be workshops to improve your use of technology, engage your students, and enhance your teaching. A complete schedule and workshop descriptions are available at the LAVC Professional Development Web page. RSVPs are not required – just show up! For more information, contact the LAVC Professional Development Office at (818) 947-2712 or email profdev@lavc.edu.

Updated: 08/21/2014

August 25

Want to Transfer to UCLA? Make an Appointment to Meet with a UCLA Admissions Representative on August 25

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host an admissions representative from UCLA on Monday, August 25 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The admissions representative will be meeting with students during 20-minute individual appointments. Come get your questions answered about UCLA admissions, personal statement, major, applications, and more! For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit the LAVC Career/Transfer Center Web page.

Updated: 08/15/2014

August 23

LAVC to Hold an Adjunct Faculty Orientation on August 23

The LAVC Professional Development Office will hold a "Fall into Fall: Adjunct Faculty Orientation" on Saturday, August 23 from 8:30 a.m.-12 noon in the Professional Development Center in LARC 200. Adjunct faculty will find out the answers to their questions about college processes, resources, and information to make their teaching experience successful. Participants will be able to connect with colleagues and hear presentations from LAVC staff and administrators. Please RSVP by Aug. 18 to (818) 947-2712 or profdev@lavc.edu. For more information, visit the LAVC Professional Development Web site.

Updated: 08/15/2014

Registration Deadline: August 20

Calling All New Students! "Choose Your Own Adventure" and Make the Most of Your College Experience at the LAVC Welcome Fair 2014 for New Students; Last Day to Register is August 20

The LAVC Associated Student Union (ASU) and the LAVC Preparing All Students for Success Committee will sponsor the LAVC Welcome Fair 2014 on Wednesday, August 27 from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Student Services Plaza. Join us for the annual Welcome Fair this fall and make the most of your college experience here at LAVC! This year, our "Choose Your Own Adventure!" theme will include: an exciting Info Fair with school clubs, departments, and programs! Campus tours! Super important workshops! There will also be awesome raffle prizes! Workshops include: How to Pay for College, Transfer 101, Introduction to the College Classroom, Guarantee Your Priority Registration, Student Leadership Panel, How to Pick a Major, and Career Technical Education (CTE) Program. Register now! Don't wait until the August 20th deadline to secure your "survival kit" for the day. Spots are quickly filling up!! For more information and to register online, visit the LAVC Welcome Fair Web page.

Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian to Host a Water Issues Briefing and Breakfast at LA Valley CollegeAssemblymember Adrin Nazarian (California State Assembly, 46th District) and representatives from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power will hold a discussion of key water issues impacting the state and San Fernando Valley on Friday, August 15 from 8:30-10 a.m. in Monarch Hall. There will be an update on California's water supply and the availability of water in our local communities. Information will be given about California's upcoming Water Bond, the effects of the current drought, the contamination and cleanup of San Fernando Basin groundwater, and what the Metropolitan Water District and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power are doing to ensure the sustainability of water resources. To RSVP, contact Steven Butcher in Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian's District Office at steven.butcher@asm.ca.gov or (818) 376-4246.

Revised: 07/31/2014

Starting August 4

Attention Campus Community!—All Offices/Services in the Administration Building will be Relocating to Temporary Spaces Between August 4-8Between August 4-8, 2014, the LAVC President's Office, the Academic Affairs Office, the Administrative Services Office, LAVC Foundation, Institutional Effectiveness Office, Public Relations Office, Personnel Office, Payroll Office, Budget Office, Contracts/Purchasing (Procurement), Master Calendar Office, Reprographics, Mailroom, and the Job Training Office will temporarily close in order to move into temporary locations on campus. These offices and services are moving in preparation for building the new Valley College Gateway building. During the closure, those offices will not be able to provide any services; faculty, staff and students are advised to plan ahead. The following offices will close and reopen in new locations on campus:

The Job Training Office will close on Tuesday, August 5 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Wednesday, August 6 in the newly renamed Admin 3 Bungalow (former Learning Resource Center bungalow that has been relocated to former Lot K)

The Payroll/Personnel will close on Tuesday, August 5 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Wednesday, August 6 in Campus Center E102 (former ASU Office)

The Master Calendar Office and Campus Operator Office will close on Tuesday, August 5 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Wednesday, August 6 in Campus Center W101 (former SSD Office)

The President's Office will close on Wednesday, August 6 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Thursday, August 7 in the newly renamed Admin 1 Bungalow (former Financial Aid bungalow)

The Academic Affairs Office will close on Wednesday, August 6 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Thursday, August 7 in the newly renamed Admin 1 Bungalow (former Financial Aid bungalow)

The President's Conference Room will close on Wednesday, August 6 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Thursday, August 7 in the newly renamed Admin 2 Bungalow (former CSIT 2 bungalow)

Reprographics Services will close on Friday, August 8 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Monday, August 11 in Campus Center W101 (former ASU Office)

The Campus Mailroom will close on Friday, August 8 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on Monday, August 11 in Campus Center E101 (former SSD Office)

Please note: Offices will be relocated by the above noted date, but it may only be able to provide limited services for a few days following its move. View the LAVC Administration Building Move Flyer. View the updated LAVC Campus Map for the new locations. The college will also be posting additional campus wayfinding signage to direct people to these office's new temporary locations.

Updated: 07/24/2014

LACCD Board of Trustees Names Dr. Erika A. Endrijonas as the College President for Los Angeles Valley CollegeThe Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Board of Trustees approved Dr. Erika A. Endrijonas as the new college president of Los Angeles Valley College at its June 25, 2014 meeting.Dr. Endrijonas will assume the position on August 1. Dr. Endrijonas, is currently Executive Vice President at Oxnard College. She has been at Oxnard College for the past five years where she also serves as the Accreditation Liaison Officer. She began her career in higher education at USC as an academic advisor in 1992, and went on to Granite State College in New Hampshire, the University College of Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, the Los Angeles Center of the Union Institute and University, and spent eight years at Santa Barbara City College, where she was Dean of Educational Programs. Dr. Endrijonas has a bachelor's degree in History from Cal State Northridge, and a master's and Ph.D. in History from USC.

Updated: 07/24/2014

Starting: July 28

Are You a New Student Planning to Earn an Associate's Degree and/or Transfer? Sign Up Today for the START Summer Bridge Program!

LAVC PASS (Preparing All Students for Success) / STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) is offering a START Summer Bridge Program for new students from July 28-August 15 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. If you're a new student who is interested in earning an associate's degree and/or transfer to a four-year college/university, the START Program is designed to help you start on the path to successfully completing your academic goals! Accelerate your pathway to math - sign up for the START Summer Bridge program today! For more information go to www.lavc.edu/start or email start@lavc.edu.

Posted: 07/18/2014

July 24

Attention Students—Planning on Transferring to UCLA? Schedule a One-on-One Appointment to Meet with a UCLA Admissions Rep on July 24The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will schedule appointments for students to individually meet with a UCLA admissions representative on Thursday, July 24 between 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The admissions representative will meet one-on-one with students for 20-minute appointments to answer their questions on the UCLA admissions process, personal statement, major, applications, and more! A UCLA representative will be on-campus again for individual appointments on Monday, August 25. For more information or to schedule an appointment, students should contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit the LAVC Career/Transfer Center Web page.

Updated: 07/18/2014

July 23

Attention Students & Prospective Students! Admissions & Records Office will be Closed on July 23

The Office of Admissions & Records will be closed on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 for training. It will reopen on Thursday, July 24, 2014 for regular business hours. For more information, visit the Admissions & Records Web page.

Posted: 07/10/2014

Two LAVC Students Awarded the 2014 Jet Propulsion Laboratory Undergraduate ScholarshipMichael Vincent Frawley and Emelie Oiknine have been awarded the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) Undergraduate Scholarship (JPLUS) for 2014. The JPLUS program was established in 1997 in response to the limited number of community college students applying to and being competitive applicants for local JPL, NASA, and other competitive internship programs. The program recognizes the achievement and potential of community college students in the region by giving them the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become competitive candidates for research internships. The JPLUS preparatory training include activities and experiences that help students become accustomed to the research environment, demystify NASA science and engineering careers, and gain an understanding of the internship process. Congratulations!

Posted: 06/19/2014

Former LAVC Baseball Player Josh Goosen-Brown Drafted in the 2014 MLB DraftJosh Goosen-Brown, a former Valley College baseball player, has been selected as a 31st round draft choice in Major League Baseball (MLB) by the Chicago White Sox. His talents were such that, when the opportunity presented itself, head baseball coach Dave Mallas encouraged him to join the university ranks after his freshman season here. He transferred to San Diego State University. Read the Western State Conference press release. Congratulations!

Irene Harutyunyan, an LAVC student, has been accepted into the Summer Medical and Dental Education Program (SMDEP). She will participate in the Summer 2014 program at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and UCLA School of Dentistry. The SMDEP program is geared for freshman and sophomore college students who have an interest in either medical or dentistry school for their future careers. For six weeks, participants will be able to gain academic enrichment in the basic sciences and quantitative topics, participate in clinical exposure through small-group clinical rotations and full-group clinician seminars, and receive career development guidance for medical and dental careers. Irene plans to go to medical school, and this will be her first-hand experience into the field. Congratulations Irene!

Posted: 06/13/2014

LAVC Student Angelina Cabral to Participate in a Summer Community College Research Internship at USC

Angelina Cabral, an LAVC student, has been selected to participate in the Community College Research Internship for Scientific Engagement (CC-RISE) Internship Program at USC for during the summer of 2014. CC-RISE is an eight-week, paid, summer research internship program for community college students run by the Center for Dark Energy Biosphere Investigations (C-DEBI). Participants will gain first-hand exposure to the scientific process by working in a faculty-led research lab at the University of Southern California (USC). The selected participants will conduct research 40 hours/week, focused on a project in a microbiology/geochemistry lab, and will be mentored and trained in research procedures. In addition to research, they will participate in activities focusing on how to transition from a two-year college to a university and information on graduate school. At the end of the program, students present their results to an audience of peers and mentors. Congratulations Angelica!

Posted: 06/05/2014

Outstanding Students Recognized at the Math Department's Annual Scholarship Luncheon

LAVC Mathematics Department held its annual luncheon honoring outstanding Math students with certificates of merit and scholarships on May 30 at Maggiano's Little Italy in Woodland Hills. This year, 15 students received scholarships. The following students were recognized with the following scholarships:

The Math Department Scholarship is chosen by the math faculty and given to outstanding students who have completed Calculus 2 by the Fall 2013 semester.

Ichiro Uyekubo Memorial Scholarship: Jose Guillermo Pico

The Ichiro Uyekubo Memorial Scholarship is given in honor of John Kawai's grandfather. The scholarship recipient must have shown excellence in math courses and demonstrated exceptional character in overcoming personal obstacles in pursuing his/her educational goals. John Kawai is an associate professor of mathematics.

Department Scholarship in Honor of a Retiring Faculty: Michael Medina, and Vahram Poghosyan

The Department Scholarship is given in honor of an anonymous retiring faculty member. Recipients are chosen by the math faculty from among outstanding students who started with basic-level Math courses at Valley College before taking college-level Math courses, and who are now currently taking Calculus 1 or 2.

The S. Iyer Memorial Scholarship is given in honor of Kala Iyer's father. The recipient has demonstrated excellence in mathematics courses, is highly motivated to pursue educational goals, and has overcome obstacles involving financial need. Kala Iyer is a professor of mathematics at LA Valley College.

Leon Marzillier Scholarship: Lourdes Espinoza

The Leon Marzillier Scholarship is chosen by the math faculty among outstanding students who started with basic-level Math courses at Valley College before taking college-level Math courses, and who are now currently taking Math 265 or 266. The scholarship is named in honor of Leon Marzillier, a professor emeritus of Mathematics at LA Valley College.

Math Accelerated Pathways to STEM Scholarship: Michael Frawley

The Math Accelerated Pathways to STEM Scholarship is awarded to the most outstanding student who have gone through the math accelerated pathway from Elementary Algebra to Calculus 2 in 3 semesters.

Glen Paget Scholarship for a Mathematics Major: Ekaterina Ricci

The Glen Paget Scholarship for a Mathematics Major is given to a student who has at least 3.0 GPA, a major in mathematics, and has demonstrated desire and intention to teach mathematics as a career. The namesake of this scholarship, Glen Paget, is a professor of mathematics at LA Valley College.

Hawkinson Memorial Mahematics Scholarship: Duncan Valore-Kemmerer

The Hawkinson Memorial Mathematics Scholarship is awarded to an outstanding math student who has completed the Calculus sequence and completed or currently taking Linear Algebra or Differential Equations.

Congratulations to all the scholarship recipients in the Math Department!

Jaime Lopez, an LAVC student, has been selected by the Center for Transitional Applications of Nanoscale Multiferroic Systems (TANMS) for a summer internship at Cal State Northridge. He will participate in a 10-week summer research experience, and will work with graduate and other undergraduate students to perform cutting edge research in one of the following areas: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, physics and chemistry. The TANMS Summer Internships offers research experience for undergraduates at fours TANMS universities including Cal State Northridge. TANMS is focused on developing new electromagnetic coupling technologies to allow further miniaturization of electromagnetic devices such as memory, antennas and motors. New research at TANMS seeks to bring energy efficiency and device size reduction to levels never realized before. TANMS advances Multiferroic materials and demonstrates specific applications through testbeds in biomedical and consumer electronics. Congratulations Jaime!

Posted: 05/29/2014

Outstanding Professors Honored at the Annual Apple Awards

Tau Alpha Epsilon, LAVC's honor society, recognized outstanding faculty at its annual Apple Awards Ceremony on Monday, May 19 in Monarch Hall. The following faculty members received the prestigious Crystal Apple Teaching Award 2014: Kiha Lee (Dance), Glen Paget (Math), and Elmida Baghdaserians (Child Development). The Zucker Award went to Luz Shin (Math) and Cheryl Stoneham (English). Students on campus nominated faculty to be honored. At the Apple Awards ceremony, each professor who received at least 5 nominations was awarded a certificate of recognition, and the three professors with the most nominations receive a crystal apple award. Congratulations!

Posted: 05/29/2014

Congratulations to the Biology Department Scholarship Recipients

The LAVC Biology Department held its annual Scholarship Awards Reception on Wednesday, May 21. A total of 13 students received departmental scholarships at the event this year. The following students received Biology Department scholarships:

The Biology 3 Scholarship is a competitive scholarship based on receiving an "A" in Biology 3, a letter of recommendation from that instructor and a required personal statement.

Biology Department Scholarship - Sosi Dzhugarian

This is a competitive scholarship for biology majors. Student must have completed Biology 6 or 7, have minimum units for LAVC, minimum 3.4 GPA, a letter of recommendation from a biology instructor and a required personal statement.

George Hale Memorial Scholarship - Lourdes Espinoza

The George Hale Memorial Scholarship is a competitive scholarship based on 3.0 GPA, current enrollment in 9:0 units, have completed Biology 6 or 7, letter of recommendation from a LAVC professor and a minimum 200 word essay why the scholarship is deserved by the applicant.

The Mike Thomas Scholarship for Service is awarded by lab techs based on nominations from faculty and lab techs. The award is based on service to the department, science grades, financial need and a student's contribution and interest in science.

The Sheila Kar Health Foundation Scholarship is a service or research scholarship for pre-pharmacy or pre-medicine students with a 3.5 GPA, and letter of recommendation from a science instructor who can participate in a Valentine's Day Cardiac Program.

Dr. Peter Ryan Memorial Scholarship - Violet Lemus Herrera

The Dr. Peter Ryan Memorial Scholarship is a needs scholarship requiring a letter of recommendation and a specified personal statement connecting financial needs with student's goals.

Luz Shin, Title III - HSI STEM Grant Director and professor of mathematics, has been invited to speak at the 2014 Strengthening Student Success Conference on October 8-10 at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa. She will present a session on "Mathematics Acceleration through LAVC Math STEM Summer Bridge". The Los Angeles Valley College's Math STEM Summer Bridge offers all students the opportunity to practice and review the topics of mathematics required to succeed in both basic-skills and transfer-level mathematics. The Math STEM Summer Bridge started in 2012 with 145 students, grew to 332 students in 2013 and is planned for 600 students in 2014. After two to three weeks of practice and review, students are required to retake the LAVC mathematics placement exam. In 2012 and 2013, 22.4% of Math STEM Summer Bridge students advanced 1, 2 or 3 course levels (based on placement) following the Math STEM Summer Bridge without changing mathematics courses or curriculum. For more information, visit the Math STEM Program Web Page. Congratulations Luz!

The Valley Economic Alliance recognized Dr. A Susan Carleo and Haywood Hogan from Los Angeles Valley College at its 14th Annual Steve Allen "Excellence in Education" Awards held on May 19, 2014 at Valley Presbyterian Hospital in Van Nuys. Dr. A Susan Carleo, LAVC's former college president, was honored with the "Champion of Education" Award for her 40 years of distinguished service in higher education and at Valley College. Haywood Hogan was recognized for his gold medal for the "Presentation of Poetry" at the Phi Rho Pi National Speech Tournament. The Valley Economic Alliance annually recognizes San Fernando Valley schools, educators and students that achieved National Recognition during the school year. The "Excellence in Education" Award is named for long-time Valley resident and legendary entertainer Steve Allen, who valued learning and spent much of his later years focused on speaking and writing about the importance of education. Congratulations!

Two LAVC students, Valerie Carranza and Albert Sarian, have been awarded the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarshipby the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. This is the second year in a row, multiple students from Valley College were awarded this scholarship. In addition, two of the three recipients from the Los Angeles Community College District are Valley College students.The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship is the largest private scholarship for two-year and community college transfer students in the country. The Foundation is committed to helping outstanding community college students transfer and succeed at the nation’s top colleges and universities. The Foundation provides as much as $30,000 a year for up to three years to the nation’s best low-income community college students seeking to complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university. Scholars were selected based on high academic ability and achievements, persistence, leadership, and financial need. This year, a total of 85 scholarships were awarded by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation based on the 3,705 nominations from 737 community colleges it received. The LAVC Student Services Office promotes the scholarship each year to campus students and faculty. The application cycle usually starts in late September end in early December. For more information, visit the Foundation website at www.jckf.org.

Posted: 04/25/2014

Two LAVC Students Selected by the 2014 Phi Theta Kappa All-California Community College Academic Team Program

LAVC Students Ahmad Khalil and Edon Cohanim were selected for the All-California Second Team by the Community College League of California. The All-California Community College Academic Team Program provides recognition at the state-level for the top community college students. Grades, leadership, and community service determine selection to the All-California First, Second and Third teams. This year, 25 California community college students were selected for the All-California Academic First Team, 26 students for the Second Team and 26 students for the Third Team. These 76 students were selected to represent some of the best of the two million students enrolled in California's 112 community colleges. Congratulations to Ahmad and Edon!

Posted: 03/20/2014

LAVC Student Selected to Visit NASA as part of the National Community College Aerospace Scholars Project

Lewis Marquez, a LAVC student, has been selected to travel to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center this spring to participate in the National Community College Aerospace Scholars project (NCAS). Marquez is one of 40 community and junior college students from across the nation selected to participate. NCAS is a semester-long scholars program, culminating a three-day on-site event at Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California and offers students from across the nation the opportunity to interact NASA engineers and other participants as they learn more about careers in science and engineering. While at NASA, students will form teams and establish fictional companies interested in Mars exploration. Each team will be responsible for developing a prototype rover, designing a 3d model of their rover and forming a company infrastructure, including budget, communications and presentations. The on-site experience at NASA includes a tour of facilities and briefings by NASA subject matter experts.

Updated: 07/03/2014

Now-July 17

Need Tutoring? LAVC Tutoring Services will be Open during Summer Session 2014The LAVC Writing Center, General Tutoring Center, and Math Lab are open to provide tutoring support to assist students during Summer Session 2014. In addition, the Computer Commons and Library will be open. Tutoring services will be available in the following areas: assistance with writing assignments, general tutoring in subjects (such as statistics, chemistry, economics, etc.), and math tutoring.

For assistance with writing assignments or general tutoring on subjects (e.g. statistics, chemistry, economics, etc.), students should visit the Writing Center / General Tutoring in LARC 229. Its hours of operation are Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-6:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tutoring sessions are scheduled by appointment only; please call (818) 947-2810 or stop by during its open hours to schedule an appointment.

For assistance with math courses, students should go to the Math Lab in LARC 225. The Math Lab's hours of operation are Monday-Thursday from 11:15 a.m.-6:15 p.m., and Friday from 11:15 a.m.-2 p.m.; tutoring is offered on a walk-in basis.

Please note: Students who wish to use the Tutoring Lab and Computer Commons must show their student ID (Monarch Card). In addition, Tutoring Labs (except Transfer Math Lab & Computer Commons) will require enrollment in a section of "Supervised Learning". For more information including tutoring locations and hours of operation, visit the LAVC Tutoring Services Web page.

Updated: 07/10/2014

Now-July 17

Want to Grab a Bite to Eat on Campus? Food is Available at Two Food Trucks, the Bookstore and at Vending MachinesDuring Summer Session 2014, food will be available for purchase at two food trucks on campus, the LAVC Monarch Store (Bookstore), and at the vending machines on campus.

The Food Truck located in Monarch Square is open Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

The Food Truck outside the Allied Health and Sciences Center (AHS) is open Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

The LAVC Monarch Store is open during the summer from Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m. and Friday from 7:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m.; from June 30-July 4, it will be open Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m. and closed on Friday.

The Cafeteria is currently closed due to the construction of a new Monarch Center/Student Union.

Updated: 07/10/2014

Now-July 17

LAVC Student Psychological Services is Open During Summer Session 2014The Student Psychological Services are open during the Summer Session 2014 for students to speak with experienced clinical psychologist to discuss their problem with, explore ideas for resolving their problem, and work with them as he or she attempts a resolution. All LAVC students taking Summer Session classes are eligible for up to 12 visits during the Summer Session at no cost. Students may schedule an appointment by calling (818) 778-5708. For more information, visit the LAVC Student Psychological Services Web page.

Posted: 07/10/2014

July 17-August 14

Summer Session 2014 Final ExaminationsLos Angeles Valley College will hold final examinations for Summer Session 2014 classes on the last day of class; the last day of class for many summer session classes is July 17. Students are advised to look at the Summer Session 2014 Schedule of Classes for the end date of their class. A complete list of academic dates and deadlines is posted on the LAVC Summer Session 2014 Academic Calendar.

Updated: 07/03/2014

Now-July 11

Attention Students—EOPS/CARE is Accepting New Students for Fall 2014!

The EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs and Services) / CARE is currently accepting new students for the Fall 2014 Semester until July 11. The EOPS Program offers eligible students who come from historically experienced economic and educational challenges with resources and services to help them succeed. To increase access, retention and goal completion, EOPS provides academic, career and personal counseling, one-on-one tutoring, textbook vouchers, workshops, priority registration, progress monitoring and other services. For more information, visit the EOPS Web site.

Posted: 07/02/2014

Deadline: July 9

Don't Forget! July 9 is the Last Day to Drop a Class with a "W"

The last day to drop a class in Summer Session 2014 with a "W" is Wednesday, July 9. If you stop attending a class (or wish to drop a class) on or before July 9, 2014 for Summer Session 2014, you must drop the class yourself –officially– over the Internet; failure to do so may result in a grade of "F" in that class. For a complete list of academic dates and deadlines, visit the LAVC Calendar of Events.

Posted: 06/27/2014

July 4

LAVC Closed on July 4 for Independence DayLos Angeles Valley College will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Offices and services will be closed that day, and classes will not be in session. The campus will reopen with its normal hours of operation on Monday, July 7. For a complete list of holidays and other important academic dates and deadlines, visit the LAVC Calendar of Events.

Updated: 06/27/2014

Looking for a Class? LAVC's Fall 2014 Open Classes List is Now Available Online The LAVC Office of Academic Affairs has posted an open classes list for the Fall 2014 courses. Students who are interested in adding a class should view the updated list of classes. To view the Fall 2014 Open Classes listing, students should click the Fall 2014 "Open Classes List" link on the Schedule of Classes Web page. Classes for Fall Semester 2014 start on September 2. The last day to add a class (by instructor add permit only) is September 12, 2014.

Posted: 06/26/2014Presidential Nominee Named for LA Valley College and two other colleges; LACCD Board of Trustees is Voting on Approval at its June 25th MeetingThe Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) Chancellor Dr. Francisco Rodriguez is forwarding the name of Dr. Erika A. Endrijonas as candidate for college president of Los Angeles Valley College. The LACCD Board of Trustees will vote on approval of Dr. Endrijonas as well as the presidential candidates for LA Southwest College and LA Harbor College at its June 25, 2014 meeting. If approved by the LACCD Board of Trustees, the three new college presidents will make their transition in mid-July or early August. The selection was made after a nationwide executive search conducted by the Education Leadership Search Group. Dr. Endrijonas, is currently Executive Vice President at Oxnard College. She has been at Oxnard College for the past five years where she also serves as the Accreditation Liaison Officer. She began her career in higher education at USC as an academic advisor in 1992, and went on to Granite State College in New Hampshire, the University College of Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, the Los Angeles Center of the Union Institute and University, and spent eight years at Santa Barbara City College, where she was Dean of Educational Programs. Dr. Endrijonas has a bachelor's degree in History from Cal State Northridge, and a master's and Ph.D. in History from USC.

LAVC Recognizes its Graduates Transferring to 4-Year Colleges/Universities on the College Marquee

LAVC is publicly recognizing its graduates who will be transferring to four-year colleges and universities in Fall 2014 on its two electronic marquees. The announcements will run during the month of June, including during the 2014 commencement ceremony on June 10. Students are encouraged to take photos of their name in their cap and gown, and posting those pictures on social media using the hashtag #lavcgrad2014 and #lavc. Congratulations to all of our transferring students!

Updated: 06/19/2014

June 28

LAVC to Hold its 2014 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinneron June 28

Los Angeles Valley College, the LAVC Foundation and LAVC Athletic Hall of Fame Committee will honor its stellar athletes and a former LAVC coach at the LAVC Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner on Saturday, June 28. The Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Photo Reception will be held at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room, followed by the Induction Dinner at 6 p.m. in Monarch Hall, and the induction ceremony at 7 p.m. in the Fireside Room. This year, the following individuals and team will be named to the 2014 Induction Class:

LAVC Cooperative Education Gives Students the Opportunity to Earn College Credit for Summer Work

The LAVC Cooperative Education Office is currently accepting enrollments for Summer Session 2014; the last day to enroll is June 20. Students who are working or interning during the summer may be eligible for 1 to 4 units of college credit. The summer program will begin June 16, and will end on July 25. Students must be enrolled at Los Angeles Valley College, complete a Summer 2014 Cooperative Education enrollment application, and schedule an appointment to meet with the Cooperative Education Director; Enrollment into the program is by add slip only. Space is limited! For more information and to download the summer application, please visit the Cooperative Education Web Page.

Updated: 06/13/14

Deadline: June 18

Attention Students! Last Day to Add a Class or Drop a Class (without fees, with a refund, and without a "W") for Summer Session 2014 is June 18

The last day for students to add a class, and to drop a class without incurring fees, with refund of enrollment fees, and without receiving a "W for Summer Session 2014 is Wednesday, June 18. Classes will be added by instructor add permit only; students must submit their add permits for credit, non-credit or audit with the LAVC Admissions Office by the deadline. Students who wish to enroll in a class that is full should go on the first day of class to ask the instructor for an add permit. Students are responsible for dropping their own classes using the Student Information System. For a complete list of Summer Session 2014 academic dates and deadlines, visit the LAVC Calendar of Events.

Updated: 06/13/2014

June 17-August 21

LAVC to Offer Summer 2014 Infant and Toddler Playgroups at the LAVC Family Resource Center; Now Enrolling for Playgroups Starting June 17

The LAVC Family Resource Center and the LAVC Community Services is now enrolling families for its Summer 2014 Infant Toddler Playgroups. The 20-session playgroup for infants and toddlers (newborn to 30 months) meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 17-August 21 from 10:30 a.m.-12 noon in the LAVC Family Resource Center. Playgroups will focus on building positive social interactions and preschool readiness skills through art, music, sensory, and dramatic play experiences. The enrollment fee is $95; a summer parking pass is $5. Space is limited! To register, visit the LAVC Community Services Web page (click on "courses", then select "just for kids"). For more information visit the Family Resource Center blog, or call (818) 778-5612.

Updated: 06/13/2014

Looking for a Class? Check the LAVC Summer 2014 Open Classes List

The LAVC Office of Academic Affairs posts a list of open classes for Summer Session 2014; this information is posted online and is updated regularly. Students who are looking for classes with open seats are encouraged to visit the Summer 2014 "Open Classes List" link, which is posted on the Schedule of Classes Web page. If the class you want to enroll in is full, students may go on the first day of class to ask the instructor for an add permit. Classes for Summer Session 2014 start on Monday, June 16. The last day to add a class (by instructor add permit only) is June 18, 2014.

Updated: 06/13/2014

June 16-July 20

LAVC Summer Session 2014 Classes Begin June 16 Los Angeles Valley College will offer day and evening classes for Summer Session 2014 starting on Monday, June 16; Saturday Classes will begin June 21. The last day to add a class (by instructor add permit only) is June 18. The 5-week summer session will take place from June 16-July 20, 2014. This year, there are more than 120 Summer class sections offered in many disciplines, including English and Math. There will also be several course offerings in the areas of career technical education and noncredit. Students who are looking for classes with open seats are encouraged to visit the Summer 2014 "Open Classes List" link, which is posted on the Schedule of Classes Web Page. In addition, students have the option to go to a class on the first day to request an add permit from the instructor. The last day to add a class (by instructor add permit only) is June 18. For a complete list of academic dates and deadlines, visit the LAVC Calendar of Events.

Posted: 04/18/2014

Are You a Student Parent? LAVC's Family Resource Center: A Home for LAVC Student-Parents!

The Family Resource Center (FRC) provides support services for all LAVC student-parents with young children. We are here to help you with parenting issues, academic challenges, or other barriers. The FRC is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and is located on the corner of Oxnard St. and Campus Dr. To make an appointment, call (818) 778-5612 or huffgf@lavc.edu. Stay connected with the FRC on Facebook (LAVC Family Resource Center) or Tumblr (lavc-frc.tumblr.com). For more information, contact the Family Resource Center at (818) 778-5612.

Posted: 03/13/2014

LA Valley College Honored with the 2013 American Red Cross Platinum Award

The American Red Cross awarded Los Angeles Valley College with its 2013 Red Cross Platinum Award on March 7. Sonia Nodal of the LAVC Student Health Center accepted the award on behalf of the college. The American Red Cross gave the Platinum award to LAVC because its successful efforts to increase the total units of blood the campus community donated by 43% in 2013. In 2013, the American Red Cross generously received over 300 units of blood, which can save over 900 lives, through the LAVC Blood Drives! The LAVC Student Health Center works closely with the American Red Cross to set up campus blood drives every month during each semester. It also created a Super Star Donor program to honor those individuals who donate three whole blood donations or 2 ALYX donations during the school year; the Super Star Donors are recognized in May with a certificate and prizes. The LAVC Student Health Center would like to thank all the faculty, staff, and students for their diligent efforts to either promote the blood drives or be generous donors in helping LAVC receive the 2013 Platinum Award.

The San Fernando Valley Business Journal recently recognized LAVC's Library & Academic Resource Center as an award finalist for "Best Public Project" in its 2014 Commercial Real Estate Awards. The awards reception, which was held on March 4, recognizes the biggest, best and most notable construction projects in the San Fernando Valley that were completed in 2013. Congratulations!

Updated: 07/03/2014

Want to Get Campus Emergency Updates? Sign Up for AlertU (Emergency Mobile Text Alerts) Today!LAVC is offering an SMS-based emergency notification service for students, faculty, and staff. In the event of an emergency, Los Angeles Valley College will alert subscribers in real-time by text messaging their mobile (cell) phone with important security information. Signing up for AlertU is voluntary, but this is the best and fastest way to learn right away in an emergency. To sign up for AlertU, visit the LAVC homepage (click the "AlertU" button on the left hand side of the page, enter the cell phone number and click "go", and reply with a "Y" to the confirmation text message sent to the cell phone). Please note: If you have already subscribed for Alert U messages at another campus in the Los Angeles Community College District, you will be unable to sign up for LAVC’s AlertU messages; in the event of a campus emergency, the latest information will be posted on the LAVC Web site. To learn more, visit the Alert U Web Page.

Posted: 06/10/2014

Attention Students! Did You Miss Your Spring Semester Final Exam on June 9?

Students whose Spring 2014 final examinations were cancelled on Monday, June 9 will be contacted from their instructor regarding accommodations for their missed finals. If you have not received any information regarding accommodations for your missed final exam, please contact your professor immediately.

Updated: 06/05/2014

June 10

Attention Class of 2014 Graduates! LAVC Commencement Ceremony will take place on June 10

LAVC will hold its 2014 Commencement Ceremony on Tuesday, June 10 at 5 p.m. in Monarch Stadium. This annual event celebrates all the students who will be earning an associate's degree or certificate in the 2014-2013 academic year. Information for graduates and their families is available online at the LAVC Commencement Web Page. Graduates, their families, faculty and staff who want to share their graduation photos on social media should use the hashtags #lavcgrad2014 and #lavc. For more information, contact the Student Services Office at (818) 947-2543, or email studentservices@lavc.edu.

Posted: 06/05/2014

June 10

Are You a Graduating Child Development Major? You're Invited to the Child Development Department Graduation Celebration on June 10

The LAVC Child Development Department will hold "A Time to Celebrate" Event honoring its Class of 2014 graduates on Tuesday, June 10 from 2-3 p.m. in Child Development & Family Complex 160. This event is for the graduates of the Child Development department and their families; refreshments will be available. For more information, contact Elmida Baghdaserians, Child Development Department Chair, at baghdaes@lavc.edu.

Posted: 06/10/2014

June 10

Attention Students! Campus Services are Open Today

Los Angeles Valley College's services and offices are open on Tuesday, June 10; Commencement activities will be held as scheduled. College offices and services have returned to their normal hours of operation. Visit the LAVC Office Hours Web page.

Updated: 06/05/2014

Deadline: June 6

Attention Graduates—Are You Transferring to a College or University This Fall? Let LAVC Share the Good News on the College Marquees

LAVC would like to publicly recognize students who will be transferring to four-year colleges and universities this Fall on the college's electronic marquees. If you'd like to share what school you're transferring to, please send an email with your name, the school you are going to, and your student ID number to news@lavc.edu by Friday, June 6.

Updated: 06/05/2014

June 3-9

Attention Students! LAVC Spring 2014 Final Examinations will be Held from June 3-9

Final examinations for the Spring 2014 Semester at LAVC will take place from Tuesday, June 3 - Monday, June 9. All final exams are scheduled based on a course's regularly scheduled meeting date and time. Students should view the Spring 2014 Final Examination Schedule, which is posted online.

Students are reminded to purchase their parking permit for the Spring 2014 semester in the LAVC Business Office. The LAVC Sheriff's Office will begin issuing parking citations to vehicles without the a valid and properly displayed parking permit starting February 24; parking citations will be issued at ALL TIMES to vehicles parked in Staff parking areas without the proper faculty/staff parking permit. Student parking permits are available for purchase for the Spring 2014 semester at the LAVC Business Office, or email businessoffice@lavc.edu for pick up at the LAVC Bookstore in the evening; daily parking permits can be purchased at the yellow Parking Pay Stations on campus. For more information, visit the LAVC Parking Information Web page.

Updated: 03/06/2014

Spring Semester 2014

Are You Hungry? Food is Now Available at the Food Truck on Campus, in the LAVC Bookstore and at On-Campus Vending Machines

The Food Truck located in Monarch Square is open Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. during Spring Semester 2014. In addition, food is available for purchase in the LAVC Monarch Store (Bookstore) and in vending machines on campus. The Cafeteria is currently closed due to the upcoming construction of a new Monarch Center/Student Union.To find the location of the food truck, please view the LAVC Campus Map.

Updated: 03/27/2014

LAVC to Offer Summer Session Classes Starting June 16Los Angeles Valley College will offer a Summer Session for Summer 2014. Classes for the five-week session will be held from June 16-July 20, 2014. The summer session will comprise of more than 120 class sections offered through many disciplines, including English and Math. There will also be several course offerings in the areas of career technical education and noncredit. Visit the LAVC Web Site for the Summer Session 2014 Schedule of Classes. For more information, read the Summer Session 2014 press release.

Posted: 04/09/2014

Gary Huff, FRC Coordinator, invited to present at CAEYC Conference

Gary Huff, coordinator of the Family Resource Center at LAVC, has been invited by the California Early Childhood Mentor Program to co-present a workshop at the 2014 California Association for the Education of Young Children (CAEYC) Conference on April 4 in Pasadena. The workshop is titled "Communities of Practice in the California Early Childhood Mentor Program: Mentor Seminars, Going Deeper." The LAVC Mentor Program has been identified as a leader in the use of the Communities of Practice Model. As the coordinator of the program at LAVC, Gary will share best practices and stories from the field. Congratulations, Gary!

Updated: 05/29/2014

June 3

Attention Graduates! LACCD to Hold a Black Graduation on June 3 at LA Southwest College

The Los Angeles Community College District will host the 2014 LACCD Black Graduation Ceremony on Tuesday, June 3 at 5 p.m. in the Athletic Field of Los Angeles Southwest College. Former That's So Raven and In Living Color star T'Keyah Crystal Keymah will lead participants in the Black National Anthem. The keynote speaker will be USC's Dr. Corliss P. Bennett-McBride, director, Black Cultural and Student Affairs. To view the LACCD Black Graduation Event Flyer. For more information, contact Shauna Carter at lascblackgraduationceremony@lasc.edu or (323) 241-5357.

Posted: 03/20/2014

Elmida Baghdaserians, Child Development Department Chair, will Present at the CAEYC Conference

Elmida Baghdaserians, chair of the Child Development Department, will present at the 2014 California Association for the Education of Young Children (CAEYC) Conference on April 5 in Pasadena. Her presentation geared towards college faculty, titled "Adult Learning Theory and the ECE field", will share how in the early 1970s Malcolm Knowles introduced the term "andragogy" describing differences between children and adult learners. Andragogy focuses on special needs of adult learners. Knowles identified six assumptions about adult learning: (1) need to know, (2) self-concept, (3) prior experience, (4) readiness to learn, (5) learning orientation, and (6) motivation to learn. In this presentation faculty will also focus on the following items: pedagogy and andragogy the connection of these theories and how it applies in the field of ECE. Congratulations Elmida!

Posted: 03/20/2014

Marni Roosevelt, FRC Director, Receives a Fellowship!

Marni Roosevelt, Director of the Family Resource Center (FRC), has been awarded a prestigious fellowship with the Simms/Mann Institute. She is one of 6 fellows selected from throughout the entire state of California. Through the upcoming year she will work on a research project that was inspired by this year's Think Tank that featured Dr. Ruth Feldman and Dr. Kyle Pruett from Yale University Child Study Center. Their area of expertise is on the neurobiological aspects of fatherhood. The Simms/Mann Institute Think Tank and Fellowship is a unique public/private partnership that is creating a cross-sector network of leaders to address the current and future needs of the early care workforce. This is the first program of its kind to be implemented at the community college level. Marni is the only person from the LACCD who has been awarded this honor. Congratulations Marni!

Posted: 05/22/2014

May 30

Are You Interested in Transferring to UC San Diego or San Diego State? Get a First-Hand Look at UCSD and SDSU on May 30. Sign Up Today!

The LAVC Career Transfer Center (CTC) will offer bus trips for interested LAVC students to visit the University California San Diego and the San Diego State University on Friday, May 30 from 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. There is a required $5 refundable fee to reserve your spot. Participants are asked to bring their lunch or money to purchase lunch during the trip. Space is limited! To reserve your spot or for more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/transfer/.

Posted: 04/25/2014

LAVC Athletic Director Jim Fenwick to be Inducted into the Pierce College Athletic Hall of Fame

Jim Fenwick, Monarchs' Athletic Director,is slated to beinducted into the Pierce College Hall of Fame in a ceremony to be held on May 28. Fenwick, who not only coached and played for the Brahmas, has dedicated the last 40 years to football at all levels. Congratulations Jim!

Updated: 03/27/2014

Women’s Basketball Coach Monica Hang to be Inducted into the Ventura College’s Athletic Hall of Fame

Ventura College will be honoring Monica Hang, coach of the LA Valley College Women’s Basketball Team, as a part of its 2014 class of inductees to the Ventura College Pirate Athletic Hall of Fame. Monica will be recognized as one of its five distinguished alumni at its annual Athletic Hall of Fame and Student Athlete Recognition Ceremony on Sunday, May 18. She played women’s basketball at Ventura College from 2000-2002 and was a 3-time state champion with a 105-6 team record. She was twice selected to the all-conference and all-state tournament. In addition, she coached the Lady Monarchs Basketball Team to win back-to-back Western State Conference (WSC) South championships. Congratulations Monica!

Updated: 03/27/2014

Book by English Professor Rod Moore Wins Juniper Prize in Fiction

Rod Moore, professor in the LAVC English Department, recently won the Juniper Prize in fiction from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. His winning novel, A History of Hands, has just been published by the UMass press. The novel follows the story of Virge, an awkwardly introspective young man living with his parents, suffering from lingering effects of an accidental childhood poisoning, including a lack of coordination and the possibility of mental weakness. After tripping, falling and discovering his hands have become paralyzed, an elderly and possibly criminal doctor, offering free therapy, moves in. While the physician endeavors to restore the patient’s hands with a series of highly suspect injections, Virge recovers his sense of autonomy and an urge to escape the suffocating domestic circumstances that have perhaps caused his illnesses in the first place. The University of Massachusetts Press, in collaboration with the UMass Amherst MFA Program for Poets and Writers, established the Juniper Prize to honor and publish outstanding works of literary fiction. Congratulations Rod!

Posted: 05/16/2014

May 27 & 29

Are You on Academic or Progress Probation? Don't Get Dismissed from School or Lose Your Priority Registration!Sign Up Today for the Probation 2 Workshop

The LAVC Counseling Department and the Career Transfer Center will be offering "Probation 2" workshops this week for students who are on academic or progress probation on Tuesday, May 27 from 5:30-7 p.m., and Thursday, May 29 from 12-1:30 p.m. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/transfer/.

Updated: 05/23/2014

May 22, 28-29

Don't Miss the LAVC Art Gallery's "Student Art Show 2014" Exhibition; Exhibit Closes for the Summer on May 29

The LAVC Art Gallery is presenting its annual exhibition of student work entitled the "Student Art Show" from May 22-29 in the LAVC Art Gallery. The Student Art Show, which will open again from September 2-18, highlights the tremendous range of artworks created by Los Angeles Valley College students during the 2013-2014 academic year. Juried by the art and photojournalism faculty, the selected works are among exemplary pieces produced in courses taught within the art department that span a wide range of disciplines in the visual arts such as drawing, painting, design, illustration, photography, printmaking, three-dimensional design, sculpture and ceramics. Students of diverse backgrounds, both art majors and non-art ones, remarkably demonstrate a variety of approaches to material, methodology, and subject matter, revealing the successful outcome of a comprehensive art program. At the same time, each artwork reflects the very unique and nuanced style of individual students. Whether at the beginning, intermediate or advanced level, the works on display collectively exhibit a thorough exploration of artistic expressions. The exhibition is free to the public; call the LAVC Art Gallery at (818) 778-5536 for gallery hours. The LAVC Art Gallery is located in the Art Building; parking is available in Parking Lot B and C. Art Gallery will be closed on Memorial Day, May 27, during the summer and Labor Day. For more information, visit the LAVC Art Gallery Web page.

Posted: 05/22/2014

May 29

Are You Interested in Transferring to UCLA? Talk with the UCLA Peer Mentor on May 29 to Get Your Questions About Transferring Answered

The LAVC Career Transfer Center (CTC) will host the UCLA Peer Mentor on Thursday, May 29 from 12-4 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The UCLA Peer Mentor can answer your questions about transferring to UCLA including general major requirements, eligibility requirements and financial aid. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/transfer/.

Posted: 05/22/2014

May 28

Want Tips on How to Successfully Transfer to a CSU campus? Come to the "CSU Transfer" Workshop on May 28

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will hold a "CSU Transfer" Workshop on Wednesday, May 28 from 12-1 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. This workshop is students who are interested in transferring to one of the 23 campuses in the California State University system. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/transfer/.

Posted: 05/22/2014

May 28

LAVC's Career/Transfer Center to Hold an "AB 540" Workshop on May 28

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will hold an "AB 540" Workshop on Wednesday, May 28 from 6-7 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/transfer/.

Posted: 05/22/2014

May 26-27

Campus Closed for Memorial Day on May 26 and No Classes on May 27

LAVC will be closed on Monday, May 26 for the Memorial Day holiday. In addition, there will be no classes on Tuesday, May 27 due to a non-instruction day; college offices will remain open. The Admissions & Records, Financial Aid, and Counseling Offices will be open for its normal hours of operation on May 27; however, some services and departmental offices may be closed. Students and visitors who plan to come to the campus on the non-instruction day are advised to contact the appropriate office in advance for their hours of operation. For a complete list of academic dates and holidays, visit www.lavc.edu/calendar.

Posted: 05/22/2014

May 27

LAVC Fitness Center to Hold a Fundraiser at VeggieGrill on May 27

The LAVC Fitness Center will hold a fundraiser at the VeggieGrill in Encino on Tuesday, May 27 from 11 a.m.-10 p.m.Faculty, staff and students who mention the Fitness Center Fundraiser or bring in a copy of the flyer will have 50% of their food and beverage purchase donated to benefit the LAVC Fitness Center. To download the fundraiser flyer, visit www.lavc.edu/flyers/VeggieGrillFundraiser_LAVCFitnessCtr_052714.pdf. For more information, contact Lewis Jones at joneslh@lavc.edu.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 22

Have Questions about Transferring to Mount Saint Mary's College? Meet the Admissions Rep on May 22

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have an admissions representative from Mount Saint Mary's College on-campus on Wednesday, May 22 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. Come find about the admissions process, majors, financial assistance and more. For more information, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 778-5576.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 22

Are You Interested in Transferring to UCLA? Talk with the UCLA Peer Mentor to Get Your Questions About Transferring Answered

The LAVC Career Transfer Center (CTC) will host the UCLA Peer Mentor on Thursday, May 22 from 12-4 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The UCLA Peer Mentor can answer your questions about transferring to UCLA including general major requirements, eligibility requirements and financial aid. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 22

Attention Students & Faculty! Don't Miss the STARS "Let's Do Lunch"End-of-the-Semester Social Event on May 22

The LAVC STARS (Strategic Team for the Advancement and Retention of Students) Committee will hold a "Let's Do Lunch" event on Thursday, May 22 from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room. This end-of-the-semester social will connect LAVC faculty and students to gain new perspectives, network and engage in conversations about student success. Lunch will be served. RSVP to stars@lavc.edu. For more information, contact the LAVC Professional Development Office at (818) 947-2712.

Posted: 05/15/2014

Opening Reception: May 22

You're Invited to an Opening Reception on May 22 for the LAVC Art Gallery's"Student Art Show 2014" Exhibition

The LAVC Art Gallery will hold an opening reception for its annual exhibition of student work entitled the "Student Art Show" on Thursday, May 22 from 6-8 p.m. in the LAVC Art Gallery.The Student Art Show, which will be on display from May 22-29, and September 2-18, highlights the tremendous range of artworks created by Los Angeles Valley College students during the 2013-2014 academic year. Juried by the art and photojournalism faculty, the selected works are among exemplary pieces produced in courses taught within the art department that span a wide range of disciplines in the visual arts such as drawing, painting, design, illustration, photography, printmaking, three-dimensional design, sculpture and ceramics. Students of diverse backgrounds, both art majors and non-art ones, remarkably demonstrate a variety of approaches to material, methodology, and subject matter, revealing the successful outcome of a comprehensive art program. At the same time, each artwork reflects the very unique and nuanced style of individual students. Whether at the beginning, intermediate or advanced level, the works on display collectively exhibit a thorough exploration of artistic expressions. The event is free to the public. The LAVC Art Gallery is located in the Art Building; parking is available in Parking Lot B and C. Art Gallery will be closed during the summer and Labor Day. For more information, contact the LAVC Art Gallery at (818) 778-5536 or visit www.lavc.edu/arts/artgallery.html.

Posted: 05/15/2014

Introducing Deanna Heikkinen, LAVC's Distance Education Coordinator

Deanna Heikkinen was hired as the college's Distance Education Coordinator in February. In her new role, she is responsible for coordinating the distance education offerings at Valley College, and works with the online technical support assistant to ensure that online classes are set up correctly and assists faculty with using the distance education system. Deanna also works with faculty and department chairs to share best practices in distance education, and handles distance education issues for accreditation. She is excited to be in this position and to be able to work with faculty to integrate technology in online, web enhanced, and regular face-to-face classes and make classroom time more interesting for students. LAVC's distance education classes are doing better than the national average compared to face-to-face instruction. As chair of the Campus Distance Education Committee (CDEC), she would like to let the campus know that CDEC has spent the last year developing a distance education plan, which will be vetted by the campus. During the recent accreditation visit, the team was impressed by our distance education strategic plan and what the college has done to improve distance education since last year. Deanna has been teaching online for over 7 years at community colleges from San Diego to Lake Tahoe. She has her master's degrees in History and Anthropology in Archeology from Cal State Bakersfield, and is getting her doctorate in higher education at Cal Lutheran University. Deanna's office is located in the Library & Academic Resource Center 211, and she can be reached at heikkidl@lavc.edu or (818) 947-2657.

Posted: 05/16/2014

May 19 & 21

Are you on Academic or Progress Probation? Don't Get Dismissed from School or Lose Your Priority Registration! Sign Up Today for the Probation 2 Workshop

The LAVC Counseling Department and the Career Transfer Center will be offering “Probation 2” workshops this week for students who are on academic or progress probation on Monday, May 19 from 12-1:30 p.m. and Wednesday, May 21 from 5:30-7 p.m. Other upcoming workshops will be held on Tuesday, May 27 from 5:30-7 p.m., and Thursday, May 29 from 12-1:30 p.m. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 15-17

LAVC Dance Program to Present a "Spring Dance Production" from May 15-17

The LAVC Dance Program will present its annual Spring Dance Concert called "Spring Dance Production" on Thursday, May 15 at 7:30 pm, and Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 at 8 p.m. in the Main Stage Theater.The performances will feature choreography by faculty and students, guest artists, and performances by LAVC dance students. Tickets are $14 for general admission, $12 for students. Tickets are available at http://lavcdance2014.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, contact Geordie Wright at wrightga@lavc.edu or (818) 947-2908.

Revised: 05/012/2014

May 16

LACCD Philosophy Faculty and Students will Gather for the LAVC 5th Annual PhilosophyConference on May 16

The LAVC Philosophy/Economics Department will hold its 5th Annual Philosophy Conference on Friday, May 16 from 12 noon-4 p.m. in the Student Services Multipurpose Room, Student Services Center 245. Faculty and students from across the Los Angeles Community College District will present papers on a wide variety of philosophical subjects such as ethics, political philosophy, logic, ancient philosophy and more. This year, the keynote speaker is Rick Mayock, professor of Philosophy, West Los Angeles College, who will present an essay entitled "Serving the Community as Philosophers". There will also be presentations by several of our very bright philosophy students at LA Valley College, including JJ Epps, Minh Tran, and Joannie Ayala, as well as a presentation from Professor Miguel Endara from Pierce College. This annual conference is a celebration of philosophy and gathers faculty and students to share new ideas and opinions. For more information about the Philosophy Conference, contact Chris Pallotti at 818-947-2468 or pallotc@lavc.edu.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 17

Child Care Resource Center to Hold its Annual Annabelle Godwin Play Day at LA Valley College on May 17

The Child Care Resource Center will hold its 18th Annual Annabelle Godwin Play Day on Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in LAVC's North Mall (grass area north of Monarch Square). This free family event will feature storytelling, hands-on science, art, music and movement activities, outdoor fun, entertainment, and much more. There will also be an infant play area, Aztec dances, a Discover Van, hair and face painting, an obstacles course, reptiles exhibit, and raffle prizes. Each child will also go home with a free book and families will receive a bag of fresh fruit and vegetables (while supplies last)! Parking is available in Parking Lot B on the corner of Fulton Avenue and Oxnard Street. For more information, contact the Child Care Resource Center at (818) 717-1000 or visit www.ccrcla.org.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 19

Want to Transfer to UCLA? Make an Appointment to Meet with a UCLA Admissions Representative on May 19

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host an admissions representative from UCLA on Monday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The admissions representative will be meeting with students in individual appointments, Come get your questions answered about UCLA admissions, personal statement, major, applications, and more! For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 19

Have Questions About Transferring to CSUN? Meet the CSUN Peer Mentor or Schedule a Face-to-Face Appointment with a CSUN Admissions Rep on May 19

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have the CSUN Peer Mentor on campus on Monday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and a CSUN admissions representative will be holding individual appointments on Monday, May 19 from 2-6 p.m. at the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The CSUN Peer Mentor and the admissions representative can answer your questions about transferring to CSUN including general major requirements, eligibility requirements and financial assistance. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 20

LAVC to Honor Students Transferring to Universities for Fall 2014 at the TAP/Transfer Luncheon

The LAVC Transfer Alliance/Honors Program (TAP) will honor TAP students and non-TAP students who will be transferring to a university for the Fall 2014 semester at a TAP/Transfer Luncheon on Tuesday, May 20. Students will be awarded a certificate and recognized for their dedication and hard work to reach their transfer goals. In addition, those students will share what university they plan on attending for the Fall 2014 semester. The TAP program is designed to help first time college students who plan on transferring to a four-year college or university. For more information about the TAP Program, visit www.lavc.edu/tap/.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 20

Calling All Philosophy Majors! Come to the Last Philosophy Lecture Series Event of the Spring Semester on "Mill and the Decriminalization of Marijuana in CA and CO" on May 20

The LAVC Philosophy/Economics Department will hold the final lecture in its Philosophy Lecture Series on "Mill and the Decriminalization of Marijuana in CA and CO" by Jeffrey Dievendorf, adjunct assistant professor, philosophy, LAVC, on Tuesday, May 20 from 5-6 p.m. in Campus Center 104.This lecture is part of the Philosophy Department's Spring 2014 Lecture Series on Contemporary Moral/Ethical Issues. All lectures in the series are free of charge. For more information, contact Christopher Pallotti at (818) 947-2468 or pallotc@lavc.edu.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 20

Want to Transfer to Pepperdine's Evening or Weekend Program? Come and Meet the Pepperdine University Admissions Representative on May 20

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host a Pepperdine University admissions representative for its evening and weekend program on Tuesday, May 20 from 5-7 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. Come get your questions answered about Pepperdine University's weekend and evening program, admissions process, majors, and much more! For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/15/2014

May 21

Interested in Attending the DeVry University? A DeVry Admissions Rep will be on Campus on May 21

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have an admissions representative from DeVry University on Wednesday, May 21 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. Come learn about DeVry University's admissions process, programs, and much more. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 13 & 15

Are you on Academic or Progress Probation? Don't Get Dismissed from School or Lose Your Priority Registration! Sign Up Today for the Probation 2 Workshop

The LAVC Counseling Department and the Career Transfer Center will be offering several "Probation 2" workshops for students who are on academic or progress probation. The following workshops will be held: Tuesday, May 13 from 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, May 15 from 12-1:30 p.m., Monday, May 19 from 12-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 21 from 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, May 27 from 5:30-7 p.m., and Thursday, May 29 from 12-1:30 p.m. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 13-14

Want to Learn How to Be Better Prepared to "Ace" Your Final Exams? Come to the Student Psychological Services' "Acing Your Finals" Workshop on May 13 and 14

The LAVC Student Psychological Services is having a workshop on "Acing Your Finals" on Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14 from 1-2 p.m. in Student Services Multi-Purpose Room (Student Services Center 245). This workshop will share ways to manage your time to avoid procrastination, tips and tricks to help with your memory, how to reduce your anxiety on test day, how to keep focused and motivated while studying, and strategies for different type of tests. No need to attend both workshops, since the same materials will be covered on each day. For more information, contact Student Psychological Services at (818) 778-5708.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 14

Thinking About Transferring to UC Santa Barbara? Schedule an Appointment to Meet with the UCSB Admissions Rep on May 14

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host an admissions representative from UC Santa Barbara on Wednesday, May 14 from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. Schedule a 20 minute appoint to meet with the UCSB representative to answer your questions about the admission requirements, personal statement, major, and application. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 14

Have Questions about Transferring to Mount Saint Mary's College? Meet the Admissions Rep on May 14

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have an admissions representative from Mount Saint Mary's College on-campus on Wednesday, May 14 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. Come find about the admissions process, majors, financial assistance and more. For more information, contact the LAVC Career/Transfer Center at (818) 778-5576.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 15

Are You Interested in Transferring to UCLA? Talk with the UCLA Peer Mentor to Get Your Questions About Transferring Answered

The LAVC Career Transfer Center (CTC) will host the UCLA Peer Mentor on Thursday, May 15 from 12-4 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The UCLA Peer Mentor can answer your questions about transferring to UCLA including general major requirements, eligibility requirements and financial aid. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 13

Calling All Philosophy Majors! Don't Miss the Philosophy Lecture on "Labor and Habermas: Proposal to Raise the Minimum Wage" on May 13

The LAVC Philosophy/Economics Department will hold a lecture on "Labor and Habermas: Proposal to Raise the Minimum Wage" by Zachary Knorr, assistant professor, philosophy, LAVC, on Tuesday, May 13 from 5-6 p.m. in Campus Center 104.This lecture is part of the Philosophy Department's Spring 2014 Lecture Series on Contemporary Moral/Ethical Issues. All lectures in the series are free of charge. For more information, contact Christopher Pallotti at (818) 947-2468 or pallotc@lavc.edu.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 13

Planning on Transferring to a UC Campus? Don't Miss the "UC Transfer Workshop" on May 13

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will hold a "UC Transfer Workshop" for students who are planning to transfer to a University of California campus on Tuesday, May 13 from 5-6 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. Come ask your questions about admissions, personal statement, major, application, and more! For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 13

Interested in Attending the University of Phoenix? Meet the Admissions Rep on May 13

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have an admissions representative from the University of Phoenix on Tuesday, May 13 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. Come learn about the admissions process for the University of Phoenix, degree programs, and much more. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 13

LAVC to Hold its Spring 2014 Service Recognition and Monarch Awards Event for Faculty/Staff on May 13

The LAVC President's Office, the Academic Senate, Faculty Guild, Teamsters, LAVC Foundation, and Staff Guild will sponsor the Spring 2014 Service Recognition and Monarch Awards Event on Tuesday, May 13 from 12:45-2:15 p.m. in Monarch Hall. This event will recognize years of service from 5 years to 50 years, introduce newly tenured faculty, and newly hired and retired faculty & staff, and will honor the recipients of the Monarch Awards. Faculty and staff will also enjoy an Ice Cream Sundae. For more information, contact the LAVC President's Office at (818) 947-2321.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 13

Planning to Transfer to CSUN? Sign Up Today for a One-on-One Appointment with the CSUN Admissions Representative on May 13

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host a CSUN admissions representative on Tuesday, May 13 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. The admission representative will be meeting with students during individual appointments. If you would like to make an appointment, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/05/2014

May 10

Want to Run Off Some "End of the Semester" Stress? Come to the LAVC Philosophy/Economics Department's 1st Annual 5K Spring Redux Run/Walk on May 10

The LAVC Philosophy/Economics Department will hold the 1st Annual Philosophy Department 5K "Spring Redux" Run Walk on Saturday, May 10 at 9 a.m.; the race will start at the main entrance of Los Angeles Valley College. This annual event will allow students, faculty, staff and the community to run off their "end of the semester" stress in a fun way. Participants will make five loops through the center of campus. Registration will be open on the morning of the event. The event is free to participate, and the first 50 registrants will receive a free tank top. Parking will be available in Parking Lot B (on the corner of Oxnard and Fulton). For more information, contact Chris Pallotti at (818) 947-2468 or pallotc@lavc.edu.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 11

Attention Students! The Last Day to Drop Classes (by Internet) with a "W" is May 11

The last day for students to drop a class (by internet) with a "W" for the Spring 2014 semester is Sunday, May 11. To access the Student Information System, click on the "Register for Classes" link at www.lavc.edu.

Posted: 05/08/2014

May 12

Have Questions About Transferring to CSUN? Meet the CSUN Peer Mentor on May 12

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have the CSUN Peer Mentor on campus on Monday, May 12 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The CSUN Peer Mentor can answer your questions about transferring to CSUN including general major requirements, eligibility requirements and financial assistance. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Updated on: 05/02/2014

May 8

Give Blood and Save 3 Lives! Come to the LAVC Blood Drive on May 8

The LAVC Student Health Center and American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive on Thursday, May 8 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in Monarch Hall. Do you want to be a superstar donor? It's easy as one, two, three! Just give three whole blood donations or two ALYX donations during the 2013-2014 school year. All Super Star donors will be recognized with a certificate, and will be entered for a special giveaway on May 8, 2014. Donors can donate Whole Blood every 56 days and ALYX every 112 days, so plan ahead! To schedule your life-saving appointment, visit the American Red Cross Web site (enter sponsor code: "LAVC"). For more information, contact the Student Health Center at (818) 947-2918.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 8

Last Chance to Take a Free CPR Training and Certification Class! Final Classes on May 8

The LAVC Emergency Services Department will be offering free CPR/AED training and certification for LAVC students on Thursday, May 8 at 9 a.m.-12 noon and 1-4 p.m. in Emergency Services Training 114. Upon successful completion of the 3 hour course, you will receive a CPR/AED certification card. Space is limited; class size is limited to 15 people. To reserve a spot, call the LAVC Emergency Services Department at (818) 947-2982; please leave your name, contact number, and date and time of the class desired.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 8

Would You Like to Transfer to the Academy of the Arts? Meet with the Admissions Rep on May 8

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host an admissions representative from the Academy of the Arts on Thursday, May 8 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. Meet with a representative to get more information so you can be prepared to transfer to the Academy of the Arts. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 8

Are You Interested in Transferring to UCLA? Talk with the UCLA Peer Mentor to Get Your Questions About Transferring Answered on May 8

The LAVC Career Transfer Center (CTC) will host the UCLA Peer Mentor on Thursday, May 8 from 12-4 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The UCLA Peer Mentor can answer your questions about transferring to UCLA including general major requirements, eligibility requirements and financial aid. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

The LAVC STARS (Strategic Team for the Advancement and Retention of Student) Committee will hold a STARS "Student Success Stories" Workshop for student, faculty and staff on Thursday, May 8 from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Student Services Center, Multi-Purpose Room (SSC 245). There will be a panel discussion with students who are getting ready to transfer and start the next phase of their educational journeys. They will share the secrets of their success at Valley College. Students who attend this workshop will find out how these students overcame obstacles, learn how they decided on a major and selected the right courses to take, and find out which college services were helpful. Students will leave with valuable advice from your peers. Faculty and staff will leave with information on how to help their students navigate through college, learn what successful students have found valuable, and can contribute their ideas for student success. For more information, contact the LAVC Professional Development Center at (818) 947-2712, or visit the STARS Web Page at www.lavc.edu/stars/.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 6

Are You Undecided About Your Major or Career? Get Help at the "Undecided Major" Workshop on May 6

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have the "Undecided Major" Workshop on Tuesday, May 6 from 12-1 p.m. at the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. This workshop will help you determine what major at Valley College is best suited for you and your career goals. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html

LAVC Emergency Services Department is sponsoring a free lecture on "Domestic Violence/Relationship Violence Prevention" on Tuesday, May 6 from 7-9:15 pm in Monarch Hall. The lecture, by Ken Hicks, adjunct instructor, Emergency Services Department, LAVC, will discuss the warning signs of domestic violence, intimate partner violence and relationship abuse. A safety plan, escape plan, and protection plan for victims and potential victims will be provided. In addition, the Abuser's 8 Step Cycle of Domestic Violence Abuse and Recovery along with the Victim's 16 Step Cycle of Abuse and Recovery will be discussed. This lecture is free to the public. For more information, contact Ken Hicks at (818) 788-8667 or visit http://domesticviolenceprevention.org/.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 6

Attention Philosophy Majors! Come to the Philosophy Lecture on "Affirmative Action" on May 6

The LAVC Philosophy/Economics Department will hold a lecture on "Affirmative Action: Taylor" by Nathan Placencia, assistant professor, philosophy, LAVC, on Tuesday, May 6 from 5-6 p.m. in Campus Center 104.This lecture is part of the Philosophy Department's Spring 2014 Lecture Series on Contemporary Moral/Ethical Issues. All lectures in the series are free of charge. For more information, contact Christopher Pallotti at (818) 947-2468 or pallotc@lavc.edu.

Updated: 05/02/2014

May 5 & 7

Are you on Academic or Progress Probation? Don't Get Dismissed from School or Lose Your Priority Registration! Sign Up Today for the Probation 2 Workshop

The LAVC Counseling Department and the Career Transfer Center will be offering several "Probation 2" workshops for students who are on academic or progress probation. The following workshops will be held: Monday, May 5 from 12-1:30 p.m., and Wednesday, May 7 from 5:30-7 p.m. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 6 & 7

Want Tips on How to Effectively Communicate? Come to the Student Psychological Services' "Effective Communication" Workshop on May 6 and 7

The LAVC Student Psychological Services is having a workshop on Effective Communication on Tuesday, May 6 and Wednesday, May 7 from 1-2 p.m. in Student Services Center Multi-Purpose Room (SSC 245). This workshop will cover common communication problems, how to express your thoughts and feelings, how to understand what others are trying to communicate, effective communication tips to resolve conflict, how to deal with criticism, conversational skills, and communicating to get your needs met. No need to attend both workshops, since the same materials will be covered on each day. For more information, contact Student Psychological Services at (818) 778-5708.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 7

Want to Meet with a CSUN Admissions Representative? Sign Up Today for a One-on-One Appointment on May 7

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host a CSUN admissions representative on Wednesday, May 7 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. The admission representative will be meeting with students during individual appointments. If you would like to make an appointment, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Updated on: 05/01/2014

May 7

LAVC to Offer Free HIV & Hepatitis Screenings on May 7

The LAVC Student Health Center and Tarzana Treatment Center will hold a free "Rapid HIV and Hepatitis C Testing" on Tuesday, May 7 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Mobile HIV Unit outside the Allied Health & Sciences Center. Screenings are free, and the confidential results will be available in 15 minutes. No appointments are necessary; walk-ins are welcome. In addition, there will be educational materials available. For more information, contact the Student Health Center at (818) 947-2918.

Posted: 05/01/2014

Introducing Frank Velasco—LAVC's New Sheriff's Deputy

Los Angeles Valley College welcomes Frank Velasco, its new Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy. Deputy Velasco started in his assignment at Valley College on April 14. As supervising deputy of the Valley College Sheriff's Station, he is responsible for overseeing and managing public safety at the college, and the escort service and cadet program.He looks forward to getting to know the faculty, staff and students at Valley College, and continuing to build upon the positive relationships with the campus that were established by the previous Sheriff's Department personnel. Prior to arriving at Valley College, Deputy Velasco was the team leader at East Los Angeles College. He has worked at the ELAC station for the past 8 years. Deputy Velasco can be reached by contacting the LAVC Sheriff's Office at (818) 947-2911. Welcome!

Posted: 05/01/2014

May 5

Have Questions About Transferring to CSUN? Meet the CSUN Peer Mentor on May 5

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will have the CSUN Peer Mentor on campus on Monday, May 5 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. The CSUN Peer Mentor can answer your questions about transferring to CSUN including general major requirements, eligibility requirements and financial assistance. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/01/2014

May 5

Come Meet the National University Admissions Representative on May 5

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host an admissions representative from National University on Monday, May 5 from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. You are invited to ask questions about the National University admissions process, programs, and much more! For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 05/02/2014

May 5

Want to Transfer to Pepperdine? Meet the Pepperdine University Admissions Representative on May 5

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host an admissions representative from Pepperdine University on Monday, May 5 from 5-7 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center in the Student Services Annex. Come get your questions answered about Pepperdine University and its admissions process, majors, and much more! For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 947-2646 or visit www.lavc.edu/Transfer/index.html.

Posted: 04/25/2014

May 3

Free CPR Training and Certification Class on May 3 for LAVC Students

The LAVC Emergency Services Department will be offering free CPR/AED training and certification for LAVC students on May 3 and 8 at 9 a.m.-12 noon and 1-4 p.m. in Emergency Services Training 114. Upon successful completion of the 3 hour course, you will receive a CPR/AED certification card. Space is limited; class size is limited to 15 people. To reserve a spot, call the LAVC Emergency Services Department at (818) 947-2982; please leave your name, contact number, and date and time of the class desired.

Posted: 05/01/2014

May 4

Want to Learn More About the LAVC Monarch Day Camp? Come to an Open House on May 4

The LAVC Community Services Program will hold an Open House for its Monarch Day Camp on Sunday, May 4 from 2-4 p.m. at the LAVC Aquatics Center. Monarch Day Camp offers a "regular" day campus and specialty camps for boys and girls between the ages 5-14.The following specialty camps are being offered: All Sports Camp, Aquatics Camp, Art & Crafts Camp, Basketball Camp, Glee (singing) Camp, Gymnastics Camp, Nature Camp, Soccer Camp, Tennis Camp and Theater Arts Camp. Monarch Day Camp activities include games and sports, swim lessons (select camps only), recreational swim, special events, field trips (select camps only), weekly cookouts, arts & crafts (select camps only) and much more. For more information, contact LAVC Community Services at (818) 947-2577 x4172, or visit the Monarch Day Camp Web site at www.lavc.edu/monarchdaycamp.

Posted: 02/20/2014

Professor Darby Southgate Published in the International Perspectives on Education and Society

Darby Southgate, sociology professor, has recently published a chapter in the International Perspectives on Education and Society, "Out of the Shadows: The Global Intensification of Supplementary Education", Volume 22. In the chapter titled "Family Capital: a Determinant of Supplementary Education in 17 Nations", she measures the impact of family capital on the use of supplementary education, such as tutoring in core subjects. Using logistic regression, she examines family-level determinants—SES, family structure, culture, educational aspirations, language, parental level of education and occupational prestige, and gender—among 17 nations, grouped by level of intensity. She finds that families with high levels of cultural capital are most likely to purchase supplementary education, which is interpreted as supporting the notion that family choice of supplementary education is a social reproduction mechanism in education. This research helps us understand how and why families choose additional education, and how supplementary education can be an "unequalizer." It will also inform future studies on national variations in supplementary education. For more information, visit the International Perspectives on Education & Society Web site.

Posted: 02/13/2014

Elmida Baghdaserians Presented at the Early Childhood STEM Conference

Elmida Baghdaserians, chair of the LAVC Child Development Department, made a presentation on "How to Promote Science in the Early Years" at the Early Childhood Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Conference in Costa Mesa on February 8. The conference, which was hosted by the Children's Center at Caltech (CCC), the Children & Families Commission of Orange County, and Think Together (TT), focused on the importance of introducing STEM education in early childhood (birth through eight years) and featured an expert panel discussion, workshops and exhibits. Congratulations Elmida!

Posted: 04/25/2014

April 30

Do You Know What to Do After You Have Applied to a Cal State LA? Don't Miss the "What's Next Workshop: CSULA" on April 30

The LAVC Career/Transfer Center will host a "What's Next" Workshop for students who have applied to Cal State Los Angeles on Wednesday, April 30 from 1-2 p.m. in the Career/Transfer Center located in the Student Services Annex. This workshop is for students who have applied for Fall 2014 admissions to California State University, Los Angeles. It will give you an overview on the things that you will have to do after you have applied but before you can be accepted. For more information, contact the Career/Transfer Center at (818) 778-5576 or visit www.lavc.edu/transfer/.